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OEM Customized welded double acting steering hydraulic cylinder
Hydraulic Cylinder Components
These cylinders are comprised of several components that work together to produce a linear force. The main components include:
Cylinder barrel: The barrel acts as the housing of the cylinder, and its primary function is to contain the device’s pressure. Made from honed steel tubes, cylinder barrels are durable and feature a smooth inside surface. |
Cylinder base: The base, or the cap, encloses the cylinder pressure at one end. The base is connected to the barrel through bolts or threads. |
Cylinder head: The machine head encloses the cylinder pressure chamber at the other end. It often features a seal or a seal gland. |
Piston: The primary function of the piston is to act as a separation of the pressure zones. Inside the barrel, the pressure zones must be disconnected to function correctly. |
Piston rod: The piston rod is crucial to the functionality of every hydraulic cylinder. Most rods are made from a chrome-plated finished steel bar which is machined with a precise cutting blade. The steel bar diffuses the power generated by the piston to the device component. |
Seal gland: The seal gland is equipped with seals to prevent leaks. Seal glands can be easily removed from the cylinder head, allowing for easy upgrades. |
Other components of a cylinder include the head, gaskets, and various other seals to prevent leaks |